The Prom Guide
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Top 5 Iconic Movie Prom Dresses
Did you ever gasp in awe while watching an actress in a stunning gown in one of your all-time favorite movies? Did it inspire you to wear something similar on one of the most memorable nights of your life? We all have that one dream gown we want to wear on this big day, and since pop culture has a more or less a big role to play in what we might eventually choose to wear for Prom Night, we put together five of the most iconic dresses worn in some memorable movies, as a source of inspiration for our prom outfits. Lisa Kudrow and Mira Sorvino in Romy and…
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An Unforgettable Prom Horror Story
As a once in a lifetime occasion, prom is undeniably stressful as it involves intense prepping – from finding the perfect dress to the perfect date. For some, it can even become a complete nightmare due either improper planning or unforeseen circumstances. An acquaintance of mine was inclined to share her story. The hunt for a date It all started in the month of February. In Marin’s case, her closest friends had graduated the year before and she hadn’t been able to attend prom with them. With her own prom coming up, she wondered whether she should bother going or not. Because her close friends graduated and her older boyfriend…
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How Social Media Could Be Causing Your Anxiety
Social media and the internet and have completely changed our lives. We share everything – from our thoughts, outfits, experiences and even our meals. It gives us a community where we can share our problems with people who are going through similar situations. Sadly, the popularity of social media has also increased the number of teens affected with anxiety, depression and mental health issues over the past decade. Experts believe that social networking may be the cause. Unrealistic expectations We spend so much time looking at beautiful pictures that celebrities and influencers post that it can subconsciously make us compare ourselves and become unhappy with our own lives. It is…
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The Top Wrap Dress Brands And How To Style Them
The wrap dress is one trend that has taken the prom world by storm for many reasons. For starters, they are highly customizable, allowing you to change the look of your dress to fit your body shape and compliment your personal style. They are also cost efficient compared to other prom gowns, especially since you can wear them to other formal events and have a new look each time. But which brands boast the best wrap dresses? Henkaa ConvertiStyle™ One of the many things that make Henkaa ConvertiStyle™ dresses so great is that these products are made in Canada! The company also embraces body positivity and offers convertible gowns, skirts,…
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Why Boys Shouldn’t Stress About Promposals
Prom is the biggest social event in high school and with today’s millennials, promposals are generally heavily expected. High school is already stressful enough for students, so why does asking someone to prom need to be stressful as well? These are the reasons why promposals shouldn’t be emotionally and mentally draining. What is a promposal? According to the English Oxford Living Dictionaries, the definition of “Promposal” is “An elaborately staged request to be someone’s date to a prom.” The origin of the term is from the 21st century and is coined by the terms prom and proposal. Promposals may vary from pizza with “Prom?” spelled out in pepperoni (similar to…
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How To Find The Perfect Prom Dress
Prom season is fast approaching and there is nothing more pressuring than finding that perfect gown that will forever be memorable. With numerous brands and styles to choose from, early planning is crucial to ensure a smooth gown picking process. The most feasible approach is to create a set of criteria that can assist you in narrowing down your options. These are price, style, colour, and length! Price When selecting gowns, you must always have a budget. Setting a spending limit will help you cut down your options and save you time and money. In addition, you should decide whether or not the majority of your budget will be spent…
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How To Achieve The Perfect Prom Hair
Carrying an elegant hairstyle for one’s prom night is crucial towards enhancing one’s disposition- both gestures and postures. There’s absolutely nothing like a perfect hairdo that blends well with the accessories and the outfit irrespective of your hair type. Side parting the hair, middle parting , or no parting is solely an individual choice. However, the primary intent is to convey that when you step out of your mundane hair style and opt for an altogether different coiffure, it definitely is going to create a statement at the prom event. Start with the basics The first step is to schedule an appointment with the hair stylist at a renowned salon.…
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Undying Tradition – Corsages and Boutonnieres
As proms became more extravagant, elaborate, and full of leisure for the younger generation, their setting moved from the school campus to hotel ballrooms and country clubs. This often encouraged teens to achieve the best look by picking the most elegant gowns or sleekest suits as well as the most effective pampering or grooming methods. Apart from prom outfits, one of the most distinct elements that signify the sophistication of the major social event is the use of corsages and boutonnieres. Like in weddings or other formal events, these tiny bouquets of flowers are generally mandatory in prom and are traditionally worn by paired couples. Historical Overview of Corsages and…
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Ten Superfoods That Will Get Your Skin Prom Ready
There is no denying that there is a strong link between our diet and the health of our skin. Food can have an impact on our hormones, inflammation, redness, the elasticity of our skin and even how much water our skin retains. Superfoods are rich with vitamins and minerals. Check out this list of ten superfoods that will help you get a healthy complexion for prom. Avocados Avocados have over 20 different vitamins and minerals in each serving. They contain vitamins C, E, K, B-6, riboflavin, magnesium, potassium and omega-3 fatty acids to just name a few. Vitamin C reduces skin inflammation and soothes dry skin. Avocados can also give…
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Eyelash Extensions – Are They Worth It?
Eyelash extensions are gorgeous. Mascara is great, but it can only do so much especially if you have very sparse lashes to begin with. Fake lashes are great too but most people struggle with application. While it’s so much easier to wake up with a full set of lashes, these beautiful lashes don’t come cheap with the average cost of these extensions ranging anywhere from $150 to $400 dollars; But are they worth it? The Procedure The synthetic eyelashes are glued onto your real eyelashes. The extensions are made from real human hair, mink, silk, faux fox and faux mink. The real human hair lashes are more expensive while the…
